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SBS Hindi

Independent news and stories from SBS Audio, connecting you to life in Australia and Hindi-speaking Australians.
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Unlocking fasting benefits: Fitness expert shares how the right diet planning can boost results

In this podcast, SBS Hindi spoke with Girish Nagpal, a fitness expert who has won numerous awards at the Australian Bodybuilding Championships. With Ramadan coming to an end, many people across the world observed fasting. We delve into how this practice impacts the body. Girish shares his insights on how a well-planned diet can help maximise the benefits of fasting, ensuring it enhances both health and fitness. Tune in to learn more about the science behind fasting and the role of nutrition in t...

Mar 27, 20258 min

Federal Budget 2025: Expert says Labor 'missed opportunity' to enhance productivity

Associate Professor of Finance and Accounting at Charles Darwin University, Rakesh Gupta, argues that the Federal Budget 2025 lacks future preparedness. He criticises its failure to improve productivity, secure long-term investments, and protect Australia from changing US trade policies. In this podcast, we explore its impact on skilled migration, Indian-Australian communities, and the education sector, and whether cost-of-living relief compromises economic resilience.

Mar 26, 202514 min

Australian-Indian business leaders set high expectations for trade relations ahead of federal elections

The Australia India Business Council (AIBC) recently held a panel discussion in Melbourne, titled Passage to India – Shaping Future Partnerships: Opportunities for Australian Businesses with the Make in India Initiative. In this podcast episode, SBS Hindi speaks with participants and business leaders about their expectations from the new government ahead of the upcoming federal elections. The Indian Consul General in Melbourne, Dr Sushil Kumar, also highlights the strength of Australia-India rel...

Mar 25, 202511 min

Former Multicultural Council of Tasmania Chair reflects on challenges in 'Australia’s least diverse state'

As the firstborn of her generation in a large Hindi-Urdu-speaking family, Aimen Jafri grew up balancing love, expectations, and a desire to push boundaries. She is the former chair of the Multicultural Council of Tasmania and now serves on the board member of Australian Multicultural Council. She shares her journey as a woman in one of Australia’s least diverse states, the challenges she’s faced, and why strong community support is essential for belonging.

Mar 21, 202510 min

Sydney's Holi celebrations strengthen cultural ties with India while boosting trade relations

The NSW Parliament hosted Holi celebrations, organised by the Consulate General of India in Sydney in partnership with the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) and the NSW Parliamentary Friends of India. The event, which brought together parliamentarians and business leaders, discussed how cultural understanding is crucial in addressing community-specific challenges and driving innovative trade solutions. Such celebrations not only strengthen India-Australia ties but also contribute to deeper...

Mar 21, 202510 min

Ramadan traditions are embracing technology as mobile apps keep the community connected

Ramadan is a special month for Muslims. The members of Muslim communities come together at mosques for prayers and gather with family and friends for Iftar meals to break the fast. Speaking with SBS Hindi, Melbourne-based Wasif Hafeez and Sydney-based Farida Alvi share their thoughts on whether there has been any shift in traditions and practices of Ramadan over the period due to media, technology, and globalisation.

Mar 20, 202515 min

बनारस घाट पे लोगों द्वारा फेंके गए पुराने कपड़ों को मिल रहा है झोलों का रूप

बनारस के घाट पर लोग गंगा स्नान करने के लिए आते हैं। लेकिन वो एक गलती भी कर देते हैं। वे अपने पुराने कपड़े अक्सर वहीं छोड़ कर चले जाते हैं और ये फेंके हुए कपड़े प्रदुषण का कारण भी बनते हैं। पहले इन पुराने कपड़ों का कोई उपयोग नहीं होता था, लेकिन अब बनारस में इनकी रीसाइक्लिंग शुरू कर दी गयी है। इन कपड़ों को साफ़ करके, अब झोले बनाये जाते हैं। ये झोले लोगों को और दुकानदारों को मुफ्त में दिए जाते हैं। इसके बदले उन्हें प्लास्टिक थैलियों को प्रयोग ना करने के लिए प्रेरित किया जाता है। अब तक हज़ारों झोले वितरित ...

Mar 20, 20257 min

What is the future of Australia's defence relationships? Expert weighs in

Donald Trump's US-centric approach and recent tariff decisions have raised concerns about the AUKUS agreement. Some are calling for the deal to be reconsidered. Dalbir Ahlawat, a senior lecturer at Macquarie University specialising in Indo-Pacific security, analyses the implications of this situation.

Mar 19, 20258 min

Can the Trump-style DOGE be replicated in Australia? Expert weighs in

In this SBS Hindi podcast episode, we discuss the significance of the 'Department of Government Efficiency (Doge)' and its impact on the Australian political scene. What are the implications of billionaires shaping the public sector? Dr Pradeep Taneja, a Political Science Lecturer at the University of Melbourne, provides an analysis of this emerging trend.

Mar 19, 20259 min

'Our job eases migrants' journey in Australia': Neena Sinha, NSW Interpreters and Translators Medal Winner 2025

Neena Sinha has been awarded the NSW Premier’s Interpreters and Translators Medal 2025 for her outstanding contribution to language services. With over 50 years of bridging communication gaps, she has empowered migrant communities across Australia. Hear her inspiring journey, the challenges she overcame, and her vision for the future of translation and interpretation.

Mar 18, 202512 min
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